Track Maintainer Permanent

Trade & Services, Transport Operations & LogisticsAurizon is looking for motivated and safety-conscious individuals to join our infrastructure maintenance team in Whyalla as a Track Maintainer.
In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and reliability of rail infrastructure across the region.No prior rail experience?
No problem
Ongoing training and development will be provided, but experience in rail, construction, or manual labour environments would be highly regarded.Enjoy working 5 days per week Monday to Friday with the occasional call outs and working overtime hours.
Daily duties will include the use of manual hand tools and some use of heavy vehicle equipment.
Ongoing training and development will be provided to the successful candidate.Hold a current White Card/Construction card (mandatory)Safety-conscious with a strong commitment to following workplace proceduresHardworking, motivated, and reliableA team player who can also work independently when requiredWilling to undertake necessary training for the roleBasic computer proficiencyComfortable performing manual labour and working in outdoor environmentsAbility to pass a Category 1 Rail Medical and Driver History Check (mandatory)Desirable but not essential:Certificate II or III in Rail InfrastructureMachine operation tickets, loader, skid steer, excavatorExperience Aluminothermic welding / offsidingExperience in Safe Working and Track ProtectionHR or HC Truck Licence (no restrictions)Successful applicants will be required to undertake and pass a health assessment as well a driver history check as part of the Aurizon recruitment process.What we offer you:At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees.
With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities.Some of our benefits include:Development and growth opportunities.Access to mentoring and development programs.Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands.Parental leave program and super booster.About Aurizon:Aurizon is Australia's largest rail freight operator, providing integrated landside supply chain solutions and being a top 100 ASX company.
Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities across the country.
Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers, and industry with both international and domestic markets.At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative, and high-performance culture.
We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.Location: Whyalla – South AustraliaAbout the role:Aurizon is looking for motivated and safety-conscious individuals to join our infrastructure maintenance team in Whyalla as a Track Maintainer.
In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and reliability of rail infrastructure across the region.No prior rail experience?
No problem
Ongoing training and development will be provided, but experience in rail, construction, or manual labour environments would be highly regarded.Enjoy working 5 days per week Monday to Friday with the occasional call outs and working overtime hours.
Daily duties will include the use of manual hand tools and some use of heavy vehicle equipment.
Ongoing training and development will be provided to the successful candidate.Current C Class Driver's Licence (no restrictions) – essentialHold a current White Card/Construction card (mandatory)Safety-conscious with a strong commitment to following workplace proceduresHardworking, motivated, and reliableA team player who can also work independently when requiredWilling to undertake necessary training for the roleBasic computer proficiencyComfortable performing manual labour and working in outdoor environmentsAbility to pass a Category 1 Rail Medical and Driver History Check (mandatory)Desirable but not essential:Certificate II or III in Rail InfrastructureMachine operation tickets, loader, skid steer, excavatorExperience Aluminothermic welding / offsidingExperience in Safe Working and Track ProtectionHR or HC Truck Licence (no restrictions)Successful applicants will be required to undertake and pass a health assessment as well a driver history check as part of the Aurizon recruitment process.What we offer you:At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees.
With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities.Some of our benefits include:Development and growth opportunities.Access to mentoring and development programs.Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands.Parental leave program and super booster.About Aurizon:Aurizon is Australia's largest rail freight operator, providing integrated landside supply chain solutions and being a top 100 ASX company.
Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities across the country.
Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers, and industry with both international and domestic markets.At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative, and high-performance culture.
We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.To learn more about us and our company values, please visit : 12 Aug 2025 Applications close: 13 Sep 2025Be the first to know about new job opportunities by subscribing to job alerts.
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